Chevrolet is Beefing Up the 2026 Silverado EV for Off Roading, Adding Lift Kit and Huge Tires

Chevrolet is phasing out its RST high end trim package for the Silverado EV this summer.  Instead, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV will offer a Trail Boss off-road version. The Trail Boss model adds a 2-inch lift, with 24% higher ground clearance than the base Silverado EV. The coil suspension is uniquely tuned with a hydraulic rebound control system, to give the Trail Boss great handling off-road. Previously, the Trail Boss trim was only available on the Silverado and the Colorado.

“Trail Boss has been one of the highest turning trims in our portfolio since we first launched it on the 2019 Silverado,” said Scott Bell, vice president, Chevrolet. “Adding Trail Boss to Silverado EV gives customers an option that builds on our strong truck pedigree, high electric range and off-road capability.”

2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss

The 2026 Silverado EV Trail Boss has a more aggressive stance and includes great off-road features like four-wheel-steer. The ability to move the truck diagonally at slow speeds will be a tremendous addition out on the trails. The truck will be able to maneuver around obstacles much more adeptly than other vehicles. One the GMC Hummer, The Silverado EV calls the feature Sidewinder.

The Trail Boss Model Adds:

• High-angle approach front fascia
• Rugged 35-inch all-terrain tires with unique 18-inch wheels
• Exterior badging
• Unique interior
• Red front tow hooks
• Auxiliary switches are easily accessible for drivers who want to add lights and other accessories.

“The Silverado EV Trail Boss delivers similar capability expected with other Chevy Trail Bosses,” said Joe Roy, chief engineer for Silverado EV. “It’s an impressive truck that will meet the needs of our customers looking to get off trail and still have all the features customers have come to love about Silverado EV, including range and off-road power.”

The Trail Boss version with the extended range battery pack offers a max towing of 12,500 pounds and 2,100 pounds of payload. The maximum range battery pack gives the Trail Boss model up to 725 horsepower and 775 lb.-ft. of torque, which is impressive.

Super Cruise has been upgraded to navigate to the correct lane for your route on Super Cruise capable roads. New hands-on functionality keeps you centered in your lane and adapts to the speed of the driver ahead. Then, when you reach a Super Cruise-enabled road, the steering wheel lightbar turns green and hands-free driving will automatically engage. 

Adaptive Cruise control has also been upgraded so the driver can automatically adjust speed to match posted speed limits. Super Cruise with towing is available on LT and Trail Boss.

2026 Silverado EV Will Have Three Models to Choose From

The 2026 Silverado EV will offer three trims, Work Truck, LT and Trail Boss. The 2026 EV truck will start at $54,895. The Trail Boss will be $72,095. The maximum range Trail Boss will be $88,695. The most expensive Silverado EV is the LT maximum range at $91,295.

Other Silverado EV Features:

• Up to 10.2kW of off-board power available on all trims
• Multi-Flex Midgate available on LT and Trail Boss
• WOW mode to unlock max horsepower and torque available on LT and Trail Boss
• 22-inch wheels available on WT and LT
• 17.7-inch-diagonal center infotainment screen paired with 11-inch-diagonal driver informational center standard on all trims, including Work Truck for the first time.

The Silverado EV is assembled with domestically and globally-sourced parts at Factory ZERO Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center in Michigan.

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